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Saturday, April 18, 2015

A Spring Tea Tray Vignette


Hello, friends!
Have you been enjoying the beautiful spring weather?
I love the earthy smell of spring! Signs of springs are every where in my yard. The apples trees and the dapples willows in the backyard are beginning to show signs of budding. In a few weeks time, the bare leafless branches will be overflowing with lush greenery. I am looking forward to the fragrant apple blossoms and bringing them inside to enjoy their beauty indoors as well.



Today, I am sharing a tea tray vignette I put together that reminds me of the beautiful spring weather surrounding us at this time of the year:


Spring is here.
Spring is here.
How do you think I know?


I just saw a little white bird.
That is how I know.


The merry birds on twig and branch
Trill out the news with fluttering wings,

While Robin seeks the early fruit,
Impatient watching the green shoot,
And the glad tidings gaily sings. ~Mary Dow Brine.


April showers bring May flowers,
That what they say. 
But if all the showers turned to flowers,
We'd have quite a colorful day!


You'd see tiger lilies and water lilies,
Carnations pink and blue,
Forget-me-nots and small sundrops 
Glistening with the dew.



And if all the showers turned to flowers
On that rainy April day,
Would all the flowers turn to showers
In the sunny month of May?~ Karen Chappell


The Spring Song~Robert Louis Stevenson
The air was full of sun and birds,
The fresh air sparkled clearly.

Remembrance wakened in my heart 
And I knew I loved her dearly.

The fallows and the leafless trees
And all my spirit tingled.

My earliest thought of love, and Spring's 
First puff of perfume mingled.



I love the romantic ambiance created by these moss-wrapped candle votives. It reminds me of taking a long walk down a moss-covered garden path.

For the moss-wrapped candle votives, I simply hot-glued green sheet moss from the craft store  around clear glass votives and trimmed the excess moss from the top and bottom.

 After that, I wrapped some burlap twine around each votive and inserted mini terracotta clay pots inside the glass votives to hold the candles.



I love using pretty, dainty tea cups like this for tea time and brunches in spring and summer.


Pretty gold detailing all around the rim of this beautiful footed tea cup.


Happy Spring!


Thanks for stopping by today!


~Hugs,Poppy~
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35 comments:

  1. Vintage Paint and more...April 18, 2015 at 8:41 PM

    I love everything about this vignette - the moss covered tea lights, the books with paper doilies and lace, the birds nest - it all exudes Spring. Just beautiful. Thank you for sharing at Share It One More Time. Cathy

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  2. My Garden DiariesApril 18, 2015 at 10:58 PM

    Your vignette is so stunning! The perfect way to bring spring into your space! And I LOVE those candles! Happy weekend to you! Nicole xo

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  3. Butterfly 8)(8 Bungalow April 19, 2015 at 1:18 AM

    Beautiful tea and photos!

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  4. Kim April 19, 2015 at 9:44 AM

    Looks like spring to me, Poppy! It's just lovely!

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  5. StaceyApril 19, 2015 at 10:10 AM

    Very pretty, Poppy. What a sweet idea you had with the doilies and the moss.

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  6. Lori @ Dining DelightApril 19, 2015 at 12:32 PM

    So pretty! You've created a very-pleasing-to-the-eye display! The books wrapped in paper doilies and tied with lace is a great idea and looks wonderful. Love the juxtaposition of the moss wrapped candles on the glass candleholders. The adorable white birdie adds just the right spring-like touch. Oh and the pillow in the background is fab!

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  7. CynthiaApril 19, 2015 at 5:39 PM

    Poppy this is a pretty post and was entertaining. Such wonderful tea tray

    Cindy

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  8. UnknownApril 19, 2015 at 7:37 PM

    I love the colors, what a lovely vignette! I'm going to pin it so I can refer back for some of your ideas. Saw your link at Amaze Me Monday.

    Mary

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  9. Just JudyApril 19, 2015 at 11:32 PM

    What a lovely tea tray you have created Poppy...Love your pillow! We have been getting lots of rain in the south and it has made a lot of pretty green nature for spring!

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  10. CEM MANIASApril 20, 2015 at 5:00 AM

    Hello Poppy! Love this post! Lovely colors, and wonderful tea tray...
    Hugs, Manuela

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  11. thepaintedapron.comApril 20, 2015 at 4:23 PM

    So so pretty Poppy, and full of so many wonderful details! Just lovely!
    Jenna

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  12. Pattie @ Olla-PodridaApril 20, 2015 at 8:32 PM

    This setting is absolutely charming. I haven't been to or hosted a tea party in far too long. I hope to remedy this soon. Thank you for such a lovely post.

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  13. JESApril 21, 2015 at 6:14 AM

    Hello Poppy! Your spring tray is just enchanting! Happy and cheery and bright and lovely :) Thank you for sharing with us. I found you via The Scoop! Have a beautiful week!

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  14. Madonna/aka/Ms Lemon of Make Mine LemonApril 21, 2015 at 7:41 PM

    You have taken a tea to the next level. Who would not like to stop for a minute and enjoy.

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  15. Claire - hearthandmadeukApril 22, 2015 at 4:07 AM

    I'm so glad I found you via the Savvy Southern Style linky party. The wraps around the candles are a genius idea and perfect for spring. Your arrangements are gorgeous!

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  16. MarciaApril 23, 2015 at 6:20 PM

    Love vignettes and this one is gorgeous.

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  17. Michele M./ Finch RestApril 23, 2015 at 9:55 PM

    Stunning pics, always always ALWAYS love a tea theme. I am your newest follower - gorgeous blog.

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  18. Katherines CornerApril 25, 2015 at 7:48 PM

    Gorgeous vignette! Thank you for sharing at the Thursday Favorite Things blog hop. Watch for your feature on Monday xo

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  19. Sandi@ Rose Chintz CottageApril 27, 2015 at 12:39 PM

    Poppy, your post is a delight to the eyes! I love the wee birdie, the books wrapped in lace, and the pretty teacup. Your grassy votives really lend a Spring feel to the tray and it's a lovely touch. Thank you for sharing and joining me for tea. Thank you too for your very sweet comment. Have a beautiful day.

    Blessings,
    Sandi

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  20. Kim @ Savvy Southern StyleApril 27, 2015 at 4:55 PM

    This is so pretty and will be featured at Wow this week. thanks

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  21. MargieApril 27, 2015 at 9:09 PM

    So pretty! I especially like the books wrapped in the doilies.

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  22. Have a Daily Cup of Mrs. OlsonApril 27, 2015 at 10:21 PM

    Poppy, I love this gorgeous tray! The doilies on the books, moss around, the votives, and all of the other pretties are just delightful! Thanks for sharing with SYC. I will be featuring you this week.
    hugs,
    Jann

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  23. Debra@CommonGroundApril 28, 2015 at 11:48 AM

    Hi Poppy, love how you've styled your tray for a beautiful Spring tea! I'm in love with your moss covered candles!! thanks so much for joining in for SYS!!

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  24. Parsimonious Décor DarlingApril 28, 2015 at 1:51 PM

    This is just delightful, so lovely! Pinning!

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  25. The Charm of HomeApril 28, 2015 at 6:03 PM

    Just beautiful Poppy! Thanks for joining HSH!
    Sherry

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  26. UnknownApril 29, 2015 at 1:15 AM

    Just love your Spring vignette! So much detail and the colors are perfect!

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  27. Debra@CommonGroundApril 29, 2015 at 6:15 PM

    I love your mossy candleholders so much, I'm featuring them on the SYS party this evening, thanks again!

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  28. Liz@ HomeandGardeningWithLizApril 30, 2015 at 6:57 AM

    Love this vignette! So many cute ideas here with the lacy doilies, burlap and moss wrapped pieces and the pretty tea cup! I'm imagining this out in a gazebo!

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  29. Jemma@athomewithjemmaApril 30, 2015 at 8:47 AM

    So, so pretty! Love your Spring vignette and the colors are gorgeous!
    Jemma

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  30. JESMay 1, 2015 at 11:31 PM

    I am so glad you shared at the Art of Home-Making Mondays this week! I will be pinning this beautiful vignette! Thank you :)

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  31. JESMay 1, 2015 at 11:32 PM

    P.S. I will also be following along!

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  32. Christine @ Rustic-RefinedMay 4, 2015 at 8:36 PM

    Truly beautiful Poppy! I love those sweet little books too wrapped up in lace.

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  33. dissertation helpMay 25, 2015 at 2:21 AM

    I love the glass candle and the greenish color too. lovely post

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  34. Auro @ Add that Xtra in the OrdinaryJune 25, 2015 at 1:18 AM

    What a pretty picture it makes, love the play of green and the rose chintz designs on the teacups, the embroidered cushion cover....everything looks so magical!

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  35. My thrift store addictionMarch 17, 2016 at 4:16 PM

    The perfect spring color combination ~ so, so pretty!

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Thanks for stopping by and for your loving thoughts. They make me smile!Hugs~Poppy

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